Leonardo has announced that the company has joined forces with Safran Helicopter Engines to further boost the capabilities and competitiveness of the next-generation AW09 single-engine helicopter. The production aircraft will be powered by the 1,000 shp class of power Arriel 2K engine which is the newest generation engine of the Arriel family.
The selection of the new engine assures an attempt to provide the most efficient level of industrialization, global supply and supportability for customers. The combined Leonardo and Safran Helicopter Engines support network will provide innovative, simplified and competitive maintenance solutions and cost of operations which will be sustained by tailored service plans and SBH (Support-By-the-Hour) contracts as well as a large range of digital services.